Friday, August 9, 2013

God's Provision in Tough Times! GIVEAWAY!!

Instead of my Friday Musings, I thought I'd bring your attention to this incredible book that will surely comfort, bless, and encourage you! And who doesn't need that these days!!!

Are you in the midst of tough times? Perhaps you're
unemployed, underemployed, or having financial difficulties that leave you
feeling hopeless and helpless. Do you question whether God is aware of your
circumstances? Are you wondering if there is a way out of your situation?

You will find encouragement and hope as you read each story. Like you, many of
these writers have lost their income, savings, homes, and health insurance.
Some have found themselves on public assistance while others faced
homelessness. Their faith and trust in God was refined and strengthened as He
provided a successful path through their tough times.

Each writer's personal story demonstrates the power of God who knows exactly
what you are going through and who promises to care for those who put their
faith and trust in Him.

Cynthia Howerter and La-Tan Roland Murphy have both experienced God's provision
in tough times. Along with 15 guest writers, they candidly share their own
personal stories of unemployment and financial despair.

Endorsements and Review for God's Provision in Tough Times!

Laine Lawson Craft Endorsement:

Everyone has a story.A story is universal.If you live
in the United States, Africa, or anywhere else in the world, when faced with a
personal tragedy or challenge, human hearts break the same.God can make all the difference in how we
overcome such trials, and He can heal our hearts and hurts.Read these amazing stories of how life
brought on some tough trials but faith in God gave way to victory.God’s Provision in Tough Times will certainly
give you the courage and confidence that God will help you too!

Laine Lawson Craft, Founder of WHOAwomen , Publisher of WHOA Magazine for Women, and national
television talk-show host of the WHOA Show

“I feel honored to be a part of this powerful and
encouraging book written by Cynthia Howerter and La-Tan Roland Murphy.” –Torry
Martin, comedian, actor, and writer

LAURA
FRANTZ:The title of
this book couldn't be more fitting - this collection delivers 25 riveting,
highly personal accounts of how God works extraordinarily in the lives of
ordinary, needy people. Both faith building and encouraging, God's Provision in Tough Times is nearly
impossible to put down and leaves you changed, challenged, and inspired in new
ways.

MaryLu here: I asked Cynthia Howerter what the story was behind the book: how it got started and how it formed.

While at a writer’s conference, I spoke with a publisher
about my family’s unemployment experiences.The publisher, Eddie Jones of Lighthouse Publishing of the Carolinas,
asked me to prayerfully consider writing an unemployment anthology.Another writer overheard our conversation and
said that God told her to tell me that the anthology’s name and topic was to be
“God’s Provision.”I didn’t want to
write an anthology because I was working on an historical fiction novel, but shortly
after the conference, the Lord told me to put the novel aside and start the
anthology.I asked God for a co-author
and I heard Him speak La-Tan Roland Murphy’s name.Together, La-Tan and I asked God to tell us
who the contributing writers should be and we heard the names of the 15 writers
whose true stories about the darkest times of their lives appear in God’s
Provision in Tough Times.

The book contains 25 candidly written stories about the ways
in which God provided for each writer during their unemployment and financial
difficulties. Readers who have never
experienced unemployment tell us that the stories made them realize that if God
can help the writers through horrendous hardships, He can and will help them,
too.Right from the start, La-Tan and I
prayed that God would use this book to help people who are struggling with
problems and that He would be glorified.

63 comments:

Fri Aug 9th,"Morning, MaryLu."You have NO idea how very much I would love to win a copy of "God's Provision in Tough Times", by Cynthia Howerter ! Sounds just like what "THE Great Physician" ordered !!!Literally, falling to pieces right now ... between stress, anxiety, upset ... for the packing, sorting and organizing still to be done for my move; plus ... more major upset/calamity with my third son. It has affected my helath.Enough about me ... the book sounds and looks like a wonderful and encouraging read.Thanks so much for this opportunity.Take care, and, God Bless,In Him, Brenda Hurleybrennie7@hotmail.com

Brenda, God works best when things are at the worst for us. I'm so sorry to hear of the many distressing issues you're facing, but from my experiences, I know that God can make every single problem work out far better than you can imagine. I know the true stories in God's Provision in Tough Times will comfort you and help strengthen your faith. If God can help our 17 writers out of the worst times of our lives, He absolutely can do it for you. Be blessed, friend.

MaryLu, thank you so much for sharing our book here! You have a beautiful heart-the evidence is proven here, although I have never met you in person. Cynthia and I appreciate you greatly for high-lighting this much needed book. Our prayer is that many lives will be encouraged,lifted up and filled with hope. Our great provider, Christ Jesus provides to all of His children.Thank you again for sharing on your blog today. If we can ever return the favor we will gladly do it! Be blessed in all things! LaTan Roland Murphy

Thank you, MaryLu, for the beautiful article about "God's Provision in Tough Times." La-Tan Roland Murphy, my co-author, all of the 15 contributing writers, and I are so grateful for the opportunity to tell everyone how unbelieveably incredible God truly is. May this book touch the hearts of all who read it, and glorify God.

I tweeted and Facebookd this link. Thanks, ML, for featuring Cynthia and this great book. I was so blessed to have been a contributor with so many fine authors featured. Cynthia is a sweetheart, btw, and a lot of fun!

Thank you, Carrie, for all of your hard work with "God's Provision in Tough Times!" Your story will help many people know that no situation is hopeless - even though it may look that way to us. Blessings to you, sweet friend.

Carrie, You have been a wonderful friend to us in spreading the word for our book.I feel so blessed to have met you. You are a true cheerleader for kingdom work and I know our Lord is well-pleased with your kind heart. You celebrate the gifts in others so well. I pray the Lord will continue to multiply your ministry through writing abundantly. You are one talented lady!

Thank you LaTan! It's my pleasure. I knew when I saw the title of this book that it would be something so many people would need to read in this crazy day and age when it seems our enemy is running rampant. Thank you for writing it and gathering these author's stories. I pray they touch many lives!!! Hugs! MaryLu

I would love to win this book....my husband and I have two in school....one in college, one a senior in high school and we are recently on a very fixed income with some health problems thrown in the mix. This book sounds like something we both need to read! Thanks for the opportunity! Wilma wdecamp@roadrunner.com

Hi, Wilma, I do hope you are able to get a copy of "God's Provision in Tough Times." You will see as you read the true, candidly written stories that God already knows what you're going through, and He's waiting to work all things in your life to the good. Be blessed, my friend.

God truly does provide in tough times. I am now living on disability. I was asaulted by a patient at work. I now suffer from vertigo and balance problems. but I have learned that God is my strength and encouragement in the difficult days. I have learned I can rejoice in HIm no matter what my circumstances. I would love to win this book.

Wilani, my heart goes out to you, and I do hope you're able to get a copy of "God's Provision in Tough Times." As mere mortals, we cannot begin to fathom God's power and love for us. I pray that you will be deeply touched by the true stories in our book, and that our accounts of how God provided for us when all looked lost will powerfully impact your faith and your situation.

Wilani...God is at work for you and your family right now. He sees you. He loves you deeply and He is with you. I am praying with MaryLu and Cynthia for you and your entire family to be provided for in amazing and wonderful ways. To God be all glory when it happens. We can't wait to hear YOUR story!

Thank you! It promises to be unforgettable and it has has piqued my interest. These last few weeks have been a bit uneasy for me as I face many uncertainties. Right now I am not sure about a place to stay when I head back to school,come the end of August. It is weighting me down so much right now. I would appreciate your prayers. :)

Hi, Julianna, it will be a privilege to pray for you. There is NOTHING too hard for God - he already knows of your situation, and He alone can successfully bring you through all problems that you encounter. I hope you are able to get a copy of "God's Provision in Tough Times." Once you read what God did for each writer when they were up against the wall, you will see that God can help you, too. Be blessed, Julianna. You are being lifted in prayer.

I'm reading this book now, and it is wonderful! I read one story every morning and sometimes another in the evening. I am enjoying it so much. I highly recommend it. Whether or not you've experienced financial crisis or unemployment, you will be encouraged and your faith strengthened reading these stories.

Lisa, thank you for reading our book and for expressing your enjoyment. We appreciate your time and pray God will draw you closer thank ever before. Blessings to you friend as you find strength to face every circumstance of life with JOY!

I recently downloaded this book to my kindle and I cannot wait to read it! Thank you, MaryLu for featuring this anthology on your blog and thanks to the ladies (Cynthia and LaTan) who put this all together. What a gift to us all! Blessings.

Elaine! I am so happy you ordered our book! May it bless you and encourage you in every way possible. I pray you will be filled with hope and that your joy will over-flow as you read each page. Our God is truly an awesome God. He takes care of His own. I am so thankful for you! Blessings sweet one!

I ordered the book (can't wait) and look forward to reading it! Cynthia and LaTan - this is something everyone can find comfort from in these difficult times! Marylu - I love your website! Beautiful! And thank you for the review of God's Provision!

I won a copy of this through Colonial Quills, so I do not need to be entered into this contest. I just wanted to say that as soon as I received this book in the mail, my mom stole it from me and read it. She said it was good and offered a lot encouragement. I am sure whoever wins it will love it! I need to find the time to sit down and read it!

A much needed book to encourage people through the difficult times in their lives. We all have them. And the power of story is a great tool to share the power of God's provision. His resources are abundant!

Hi, Carla! You are right - not only is a story a great way to share the incredible power of God's provision, but true stories are ones that no one can dispute or minimize. I hope you're able to read the book! Be richly blessed, friend.

Hi, Kandra! Thank you for the kind words. Sometimes it takes problems for us to realize God knew about all of our troubles before they happened and He has a good, rock-solid plan for us if we obey Him. Hope you're able to read "God's Provision in Tough Times." May He who set every star in the sky shower His blessings on you, friend.

Just wanted to say a big "thank-you" ... to both Cynthia and MaryLu .... for the kind, encouraging, and thoughtful words you shared back to my response (above). God Bless you both ! Thank-you for your continued prayers, MaryLu. Absolutely -- I need to take hold of and hang on to -- the Master's cloak !!! Amen and Amen !!!Take care, and, God Bless, In Him, Brenda H

I know the place you're in right now, Brenda, because I've had those same feelings you've described. But God showed me the way out. It wasn't easy, but I'm glad it wasn't because the severe adversity that I faced caused my faith and knowledge of God to become highly refined and deepened. Know that God is with you, sweet one, and that you can trust Him to successfully lead you through all of your dark valleys.

Also wanted to say thank you for these words you've put down through the Lord's healing touch. Beautiful. And if I happen to be fortunate to win this, I know someone who really could use this that I can pass it on to. But I'm sure we all do. Praise God for you, ladies!!

Thank you, Pat I. I give God all the credit and glory for all I write, say, and do for Him. How kind of you to think of someone who may benefit from this book! May you be richly blessed by our God who loves to bestow blessings.

Thanks for the chance to win this great sounding book! It is just what I need at this time.....me/dh having health issues; daughter and grandson need prayers! So glad to be a part of this great blog where I know you ladies PRAY.Blessings~~jackie.smith[at]dishmail[dot]netJackie Smith

Dear One, I am praying for your health and healing. I hope you can find strength and grow in your faith as you read our book, God's Provision In Tough Times. I am praying for you now. I know our God is able to do more than you can ask or imagine. He promises in His holy word to take care of those who put trust in Him. You are loved.

Praying dear Jackie for your family's health issues! By His stripes we are healed... God doesn't want His children to live in sickness. Believe that and cling to Him and thank Him for his provision. I will do the same!! Hugs and love!

Love being encouraged & inspired by reading true stories of God's provisions during troubled times, & the lessons learned. Sooner, or later, we all face situations where reading a book such as this - would be beneficial. I have a few God stories of my own - He has always provided.

Would love to read/win this book, thanks for the giveaway opportunity!